• We have a diverse range of clients - everyday is new and exciting!
  
• Support and training to learn new health care government reforms
  
• Full Time/Part Time applicants considered
  
• Grade 1 Occupational Therapist applications considered
  

Who We Are and What We Stand For

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care.

In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

What You Will Be Doing

The Occupational Therapist assists eligible clients (HACC/CHSP) by providing comprehensive home assessment; specialist recommendations regarding assistive equipment and home modifications; holistic client/carer support and education; episodic care co-ordination and referral.

You will be working with clients from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in a variety of settings including the home, supported accommodation, and the community. Interpreter services are readily available to promote client-centred practice. These positions are based at our Mornington Peninsula Community Health sites.

What You Need

• A Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current APHRA registration.
• Demonstrated current specialist knowledge and skills in the provision of evidence based occupational therapy services in a community setting.
• Skills in home assessment and intervention, including complex equipment and home modification prescription.
  Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

Benefits

• Generous Salary Packaging - ability to access $9000 of your annual salary tax free every year, this means you are charged less tax and receive more money for you every pay!
• Parking – On-site, low cost parking facilities at all sites.
• Dedicated Team Carpenter to assist with joint visits and problem solving around minor home modifications.
• Two team leaders who work closely with the team.
• Monthly team meetings which include case conferencing, professional development, information sharing and quality improvement.
• Opportunity to be involved in quality improvement initiatives.

What Next

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People, Experience & Performance Team on (03) 9784 2700.

Additional Requirements

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit:
https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.